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essence in Chinese

essence in Chinese is 本质, 性格, 香水 — essence means the most basic, defining quality of something — what makes it what it truly is.

essence in Chinese

本质
noun
Pronounced: běn zhì
The inherent nature of a thing or idea.
性格
noun
Pronounced: xìng gé
A significant feature of something.
香水
noun
Pronounced: xiāng shuǐ
Fragrance, a perfume.

What does "essence" mean?

  1. noun The most basic, defining quality of something — what makes it what it truly is.
    "Kindness is the essence of her character."
  2. noun A concentrated liquid extracted from a plant, used for flavoring or fragrance.
    "The recipe called for a few drops of vanilla essence."

essence in a sentence

  • Kindness is the essence of her character.
  • The negotiators finally agreed on the essence of the deal, even if details remained.
  • The recipe called for a few drops of vanilla essence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "essence" in Chinese?

"essence" in Chinese is 本质, 性格, 香水. essence means: The most basic, defining quality of something — what makes it what it truly is.

How do you pronounce 本质?

"essence" in Chinese is 本质, pronounced "běn zhì".

How do you use "essence" in a sentence?

Example: "Kindness is the essence of her character." In Chinese, "essence" is 本质, 性格, 香水.

Are there other ways to say "essence" in Chinese?

Yes — Chinese has 3 translations listed for "essence": 本质, 性格, 香水.

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